get on to
To call or message someone about something, or to start talking about a new topic.
Meanings
To contact someone, usually to deal with a problem or ask for something.
"I'll get on to the electrician first thing tomorrow morning about the wiring problem."
To begin discussing or dealing with a new topic or task.
"After the break, we'll get on to the second item on the agenda."
To realise or discover what someone is doing, often something secret or wrong.
"The supervisor got on to the fact that several employees were leaving early."
Very common in British English. In the 'contact' sense, often used in business or official contexts ('I'll get on to the supplier today'). In the 'topic' sense, used when transitioning in conversation or meetings.
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